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Taxpayer funding ceases for Christchurch Call but Jacinda Ardern retained in new foundation
The leaders of France and New Zealand released a joint statement about the new foundation.
Fist bumps and a ‘stoked’ minister: Inside the fast-tracking of a DJ’s passport
One senior leader was bombarded with messages from her son's mates calling it 'gangster'.
Christopher Luxon, David Seymour respond to latest ruling on Waitangi Tribunal summons
The Government is weighing up whether to appeal a ruling that a minister can be summoned.
Whānau Ora has been ahead of the Social Investment game for a decade
The Social Services agency will watch over the $70 billion investment
Focus: Government announces $153m to fund return of charter schools
Associate Education Minister David Seymour has announced $153 million in funding to bring back charter schools. Video / Michael Craig
Winston Peters hits back at North Korea's 'aggressive rhetoric'
The Foreign Minister has hit back at North Korea.
Cecilia Robinson: Time to ask a new question about primary care
OPINION: Not every sniffle requires a visit to the doctor.
Act leader David Seymour announces $153m to fund return of charter schools
The restoration of charter schools is part of Act's coalition agreement.
Focus Live: David Seymour makes charter schools announcement
David Seymour makes charter schools announcement.
Disestablishing Māori Health Authority is still on Waitangi Tribunal agenda
Claimants have met the criteria for a ‘Priority Inquiry’ scheduled for October 2024
Whānau Ora welcomes Government's social investment agency
'This is the next step in providing an accountability framework' - Awerangi Tamihere.
Te Pāti Māori criticises timing of Oranga Tamariki Bill
The controversial bill was tabled while Parliament is in recess.
Treasury's toxic cocktail of tax hikes, spending cuts and asset sales to fix books
Treasury has put everything on the table.
Prudence Walker: Disabled people need to be involved in decisions that affect their lives
OPINION: Most people want to make decisions for themselves. This is a human right.
Minister encourages te reo use 'everywhere and anywhere', despite Govt position
Documents released to the Herald reveal his preferences for email greetings and signoffs.
Simeon Brown on Auckland CBD parking charges
Transport Minister Simeon Brown goes into bat with Mayor Wayne Brown over parking charges in the Auckland CBD. Video / Alyse Wright
Simeon Brown announces Roads of Regional Significance
Transport Minister Simeon Brown announces Roads of Regional Significance. Video / Alyse Wright
Transport Minister announces Roads of Regional Significance project
Simeon Brown says NZTA will take on all associated decision-making responsibilities.
'Not the only approach that works': Educators question structured literacy mandate
The Government has rolled out a new approach to literacy. So far it's had mixed reviews.
Nicole McKee: Three Strikes is this Government putting victims first
OPINION: Our message to anyone wanting to avoid a lengthy prison sentence is simple.
Auckland hospitality workers forced to pay for new 24/7 parking fees in the CBD
These charges come after the Government’s removal of half-priced public transport.
Tribunal says repealing part of Oranga Tamariki Act breaches Treaty of Waitangi
Proposed law change is part of the Act Party’s coalition deal with National.
Editorial: Energy crisis - Will Kiwis be able to heat their homes this winter?
OPINION: As we head into winter, how will New Zealand's energy grid cope?
How Winston would grow our economy: Deputy PM on countries NZ should follow
The Deputy PM is eyeing tax and investment strategies used by other small nations.
Rāwiri Bhana: Governance is at an exciting crossroads in Aotearoa
OPINION: To serve isn't demeaning, it is the greatest honour.
Kura teacher worried about school lunch plan
The tumuaki worries about the split in the new school lunch scheme.
ACC taxi troubles force injured retiree to hobble, hitch-hike to appointment
Mike Fletcher needed his stitches removed, but was left stranded.
ACC cutting 390 jobs - nearly 10 per cent of workforce
The public sector union said the cuts included 'vital' injury prevention staff.
Northland nurses 'drowning' in work call for safer staffing levels
One Whangārei nurse says the mental health of her over-worked colleagues is a concern.
Tourism minister reveals the kind of tourist he wants in NZ
New Zealand needs more tourists. Here’s who the country is trying to tempt.
Former Fijian PM Bainimarama handcuffed, sentenced to prison
Frank Bainimarama and Sitiveni Qiliho walked out of the High Court in Suva in handcuffs.
Kate MacNamara: Tony Blakely’s Covid advice and what it means for the inquiry he chairs
The chair of the Covid-19 inquiry advised government officials during the pandemic.
ACC spending cuts expected to be announced today, 100 jobs possibly on the line
The agency's bosses said changes will not impact frontline services like rehabilitation.